Disclaimer: This web site is designed for general information only and does not create attorney-client relationship. Persons accessing this site are encouraged to seek independent counsel for legal advice regarding their individual legal issues.

Parental authority over minor children is jointly exercised by both parents. Should there be any disagreement, the decision of the father shall prevail, unless there is a judicial order to the contrary (Article 211, FCP).

Insofar as legal guardianship over minor children is concerned, the same shall also be jointly exercised by the father and the mother. There is no need to secure appointment from the court given that the right is guaranteed by law. In case of disagreement, the father’s decision shall also prevail, unless there is a judicial order to the contrary (Article 225, FCP).

what is the meaning of "Should there be any disagreement, the decision of the father shall prevail" and"There is no need to secure appointment from the court given that the right is guaranteed by law. In case of disagreement, the father’s decision shall also prevail"

Dineretso mo na lang sana yong prob mo. You should have stated the personal circumstances of your child so that I could directly advice you on something. Anyways, the rights of the father over his illegitimate child or his legitimate child are just the same, only that the father cannot have the custody of his ILLEGITIMATE child. The provisions you cited pertains only to married couple. That "no need to secure appointment blah blah" refers to guardianship. Parents are automatically the guardians of their children.